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Snub Definition & Meaning

snub
adjective
  1. unusually short; "a snub nose"
noun
  1. an instance of driving away or warding off
  2. a refusal to recognize someone you know; "the snub was clearly intentional"
verb
  1. refuse to acknowledge; "She cut him dead at the meeting"
  2. reject outright and bluntly; "She snubbed his proposal"

"Snub" in song lyrics

See how snub is used in real songs:

  • "Under the shotgun slugs, and a throw away snub"
    Big Pokey f/ Mobtsyle — Runnin' Da Red
  • "This ain't face, but I faith in the snub"
    Black Moon — Confusion
  • "Ropin' drugs, totin' the snub"
    Bookie f/ Kool G. Rap — Bedtime Stories

Usage tips for "snub"

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Frequently asked questions

What does snub mean?
unusually short; "a snub nose" an instance of driving away or warding off a refusal to recognize someone you know; "the snub was clearly intentional" refuse to acknowledge; "She cut him dead at the meeting" reject outright and bluntly; "She snubbed his proposal"
What part of speech is snub?
Snub is an adjective, a noun, and a verb.
How many definitions does snub have?
Snub has 5 definitions across 3 parts of speech (adjective, noun, verb).

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